Bold Politics with Zack Polanski How A Mamdani Win Will Send Shockwaves Around The World | HasanAbi | Zack Polanski
Oct 31, 2025
Hasan Piker, known as HasanAbi, is a prominent leftist political commentator and Twitch host focusing on progressive politics. He discusses the importance of reframing culture war issues around inequality to galvanize support. The conversation explores the potential of a socialist win, like that of Zoran Mamdani, to shift political priorities in the US. Piker emphasizes grassroots organizing, accountability for leaders like Bernie Sanders, and critiques centrist politics. He warns about international far-right networks while advocating for class-first politics.
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Public Opinion Can Shift Quickly
- Hasan Piker argues rapid attitude shifts on Palestine show public opinion can change fast with steadfast organizing.
- He believes principled long-term organising can win back power and expand liberties.
Use Existing Levers While Organising
- Use existing political tools pragmatically: run inside major parties when third-party viability is absent.
- Exhaust all options while continuing grassroots organising to build class consciousness.
Electing Socialists Forces Party Renewal
- A socialist mayoral win would signal liberals can accept bold, material-focused candidates.
- Hasan sees charismatic socialist victories as rescuing parties from establishment stagnation.
